Tag: school
I Wasn’t Ready, But I Had to Let Her Go
In the days leading up to the first day of kindergarten, I agonized over everything. “Will she get motion sick on the bus?” “Will...
Dear Parents: My Years in the Classroom Influence My Parenting
Dear Parents: My years in the classroom influence my parenting. While I don't have all the answers, I've spent over a decade as a...
We Gave Him Another Year: Making the Decision to “Redshirt”
When our third and final child, a boy, was born in March of 2013, it seemed his academic timeline would mirror our daughter's path,...
All My Kids Will Be in School Full-Time. Now What?
For the first time, I will have three kids in school full-time. After almost eight years of being a stay-at-home mom, I find myself...
Discover The Orchard School {An Evening Event for Adults}
Is your family interested in The Orchard School? Would you like to learn more about Progressive education and what the school can offer your...
Three Questions to Ask When Choosing a School
When we learned my husband’s job would bring our family of five to Indianapolis, one of the first questions to run through my mind...
The 2020-2021 School Year: A Letter to Parents From Teachers
Seriously, a school year for the history books. From a parent’s perspective of sending their young child into a building with 700+ other people...
This School Year Was Tough On Everyone
No more pencils/ No more books/ No more teacher's dirty looks/ Out for summer/ Out till fall/ We might not come/ Back at all.
This...
Awards and Recognition Season: How to Navigate as a Parent
It is that time of year again... awards and recognition season. The tradition that marks the end of another school year by recognizing a...
Back on Campus Safety Plan at The Orchard School
The return to school during the current health crisis can make families very uncertain and anxious. The Orchard School has put into place plans,...
Indianapolis Moms School Assistance and Tutoring Resource Guide
It’s back-to-school time here in the Indianapolis area. While that means something different for every family, Indianapolis Moms is committed to providing our families...
Tips and Tricks for Successful Virtual Learning: Advice from a Teacher
I was a public school teacher for twelve years before I stepped away from the classroom two years ago. So let me begin by...
Back to School in a Pandemic: Why Aren’t We Protecting Our...
I was a public school teacher for thirteen years. My kids attend public schools, and I will proudly say that if there is one...
Code Blue Blues: Active Shooter Drills in Schools
On our recent family vacation, my daughter innocently began to discuss a Code Blue drill she had at school. Unfortunately, I knew the very drill...